2012-2021 A3 OverviewAudi A3 Overview (2012 - 2021)
8V
Tech Specs Summary
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- 120 - 174 mph
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- 4.1 - 11.4 seconds
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- 104 - 395 BHP
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- 34 - 188.3 mpg
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- 1,225 - 1,710 kg
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- 280 - 1,220 L (Hatchback)
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- 285 - 320 L (Convertible)
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- 390 - 425 L (Saloon)
This generation of the Audi A3 (8V) was produced by the German manufacturer Audi between 2012 - 2021. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a hatchback, convertible or saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 104 BHP 1.2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine all the way to a 395 BHP 2.5 L Inline 5 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A3 is the Audi RS3 Limousine which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 395 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 249 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 174 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 TDI 105 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 817 miles and can store 380-1,220 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 660 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,500 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
